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Oct 4, 2025

5 min

Do our eyes sink in as we age? Exploring the truth behind sunken eyes

According to the medical reference publisher LWW, studies show a strong association between senescence-related enophthalmos—the posterior displacement of the eyeball—and age. So, to directly address the question, **do our eyes sink in as we age?**, the answer is a biological yes, and it is a common part of the aging process.

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Oct 4, 2025

4 min

Do you lose orbital fat with age? Understanding fat and volume changes

Recent research using MRI data indicates that the answer to, "Do you lose orbital fat with age?" is more complex than simple fat loss; changes are not uniform across the orbital region. The face, particularly around the eyes, undergoes multi-layered changes, making some eyes appear sunken while others look puffy with age.

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